557 Harvard Avenue E

Kern Park, Winnipeg

Property score

62.0

Fair

Overall 62.0 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,037 sqft (top 37%) · Built in 1958 (11 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~87k

Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 1 shop, 6 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

1% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

11 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 82%French · 4%

Past 10 years Kern Park sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

243

Median price

294.5k

$/sqft

$314/sqft

Avg build year

1947

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Property score

62.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

52.5Fair
Living Area1,037 sqft52Fair
Year Built195843Low
Lot Size5,101 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

76.2Good
Household Income79Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health96Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Kern Park

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “kern park” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110839

Community deep dive

$87K

Median household income

$89K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

25%

Single-person households

28%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)397
Labour force participation rate79%
Median age38.4
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate0%
Population density3308 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households25%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$87K

Housing

Renter households6%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$276K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)11%
Visible minority18%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)24%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 82%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 3%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,037 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 30%
Same street · Harvard Avenue E
#120 / 234
Bottom 49% · Avg 1,631 sqft
Same area · Kern Park
#233 / 629
Top 37% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#136,323 / 194,458
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
320k
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 24%CitywideBottom 36%
Same street · Harvard Avenue E
#103 / 234
Top 44% · Avg 443.9k
Same area · Kern Park
#151 / 629
Top 24% · Avg 288.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#125,394 / 194,458
Bottom 36% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1958
0255075100
Same streetTop 10%Same areaTop 33%CitywideBottom 39%

Lot Size

above average
5,101 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 16%CitywideBottom 48%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

557 Harvard Avenue E — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 139 m), 1 shopping (nearest 262 m), 6 parks (nearest 204 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks6
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Kern Park · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

1

2026

vs. city avg

-97%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-99%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

100%

Sales History

Sold 9/2022CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 32%

Same area

Top 14%

City-wide

Bottom 47%

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Highlights & common questions: 557 Harvard Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 557 Harvard Avenue E, Kern Park, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated one-storey home in Kern Park presents a practical and comfortable living opportunity. Its key characteristics include 1,037 sqft of living space, a renovated basement, a detached garage, and a generous 5,101 sqft lot. Built in 1958, it is notably newer than many homes in the immediate area, which often translates to fewer concerns about the age of major components compared to its pre-war neighbors.

The appeal lies in its balanced, grounded profile within a mature neighborhood. The home's assessed value ranks above average for Kern Park, suggesting it is viewed favorably relative to local norms, while its lot size is also larger than many in the area, offering valuable outdoor space. The renovated basement adds functional living area. It suits first-time homebuyers seeking a move-in-ready, single-level layout, or downsizers looking for manageable space without sacrificing a sizable yard. It also appeals to value-oriented buyers who recognize the advantage of a home that is newer than the neighborhood average, potentially offering a blend of established community charm with relatively more modern infrastructure.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home compare in size to others nearby?
At 1,037 sqft, the living area is very close to the city-wide average but is smaller than the average home on Harvard Avenue E. However, the property compensates with a lot size that is above average for the Kern Park area.

2. What does the "above average" assessed value for the neighborhood indicate?
An assessed value ranking in the top 24% for Kern Park suggests the municipality views this property as having a higher value than most in the immediate area, often reflecting factors like its condition, renovations, lot size, and newer construction date relative to the neighborhood.

3. The home was last sold in 2022. What might that mean?
The sale two to three years ago indicates a relatively recent change in ownership. This could mean the current sellers have completed recent updates (like the basement renovation), but it may also suggest a shorter-term ownership timeline that buyers may want to understand.

4. Are there any considerations with a 1958-built home?
While newer than many homes in the area, a 68-year-old home will still require due diligence. Key systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof should be inspected to understand their age and condition, regardless of the home being "newer" than its neighbors.

5. What is the benefit of a detached garage?
A detached garage offers flexibility—it can be used for vehicle storage, a workshop, or extra storage without impacting the main home's living space. It may also provide more options for future landscaping or garden projects on the sizable lot.

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